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Montreal mayor Michael Applebaum arrested for corruption

Michael Applebaum, the current interim mayor of Montreal, Québec, Canada, was arrested Monday morning by the on fourteen charges including corruption, fraud, breach of trust, and conspiracy, including reportedly a C$50,000 bribe.

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Sunshine Coast Rugby Union, round twelve: Maroochydore defeat University at University

Maroochydore defeated University 32 points to 3 this past Saturday in their round 12 A-Grade rugby union match on Australia's Sunshine Coast.

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Duke of Edinburgh leaves UK hospital following exploratory surgery

The Duke of Edinburgh, the husband of the current British monarch, departed Monday from the London Clinic, located in the centre of the British capital, after eleven days.

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Stornoway, Scotland shop Wee W announces imminent closure

The Wee W store, located in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, Monday announced its intention to cease operating "in the next few weeks", subject to any potential acquisition of the company.

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Gubernatorial candidate Tom Tancredo comments on North Colorado proposal

Wikinews reached out to former U.S. Congressman and 2014 Colorado gubernatorial candidate Tom Tancredo for his response to the secessionist proposal of eight Northern Colorado counties.

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